Staff Attend Unit 4 Career Fairs
On February 12 and 13, 2025, City staff attended the Career and Technical Education Week career fairs hosted by Unit 4, visiting Central High School on February 12 and Centennial High School on February 13. Approximately 50 employers attended each event to talk with Freshmen through Senior students about local career opportunities, incorporating an interactive […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 815 Pioneer St $339,622 12/12/2024 Alteration Roofing 212 W Anthony Dr $404,730 12/16/2024 Alteration Rooftop Solar 2613 JT Coffman $4,741,446 12/18/2024 New Multi-Family […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 4701 Vahalla Drive $487,000 11/18/2024 New Single Family 509 E White Street $691,520 11/20/2024 Alteration Multi-Family 720 Town Center $350,000 11/22/2024 Alteration Retail […]
City Staff Engage with Students at Booker T. Washington
On December 6, 2024, staff members from various City departments— including Neighborhood Services, Finance, Equity and Engagement, Police, Fire, Public Works, and Internet Technologies—furthered their engagement efforts by visiting Booker T. Washington Elementary School to read to students. This initiative focuses on promoting a positive outlook on reading and continued education while fostering meaningful relationships […]
City of Champaign Launching New Building Permit Software
The City of Champaign has completed a yearlong audit of their building permit and development approval process. The City worked with an independent 3ʳᵈ party consultant, Matrix Consultants, to perform a true independent analysis of the City’s permitting processes. This review resulted in identification of the processes that were considered “Best Practices” and the pieces […]
New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features Chief Andy Quarnstrom
In the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight, Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton had the privilege of sitting down with our new Fire Chief, Andy Quarnstrom. Chief Quarnstrom shared his remarkable career progression, having held every rank within the Champaign Fire Department, thereby gaining deep insight into the challenges and responsibilities faced by firefighters. During the conversation, Chief Quarnstrom […]
Government 101: Resource Expo
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024 City staff from 6 different departments came together to execute the first ever Government 101 Resource Expo at the Champaign Public Library! This event was a collaboration between the City of Champaign and City of Urbana to be a low pressure way for community members to learn about City resources, […]
City Holds 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
On September 11, 2024, the Champaign Fire and Police Departments came together for a solemn ceremony to honor the lives lost in the tragic events of 9/11. The event, held at West Side Park, featured reflections, the ringing of the bell, and the lowering of the flag in honor of the victims, first responders, and […]
Building Permit Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permit for a project with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 3604 N Mattis $252,500 08/16/2024 Alteration Gas Station 2024 Overall Construction Value: $ 80,015,148
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 114 E University $317,600 08/05/2024 Alteration Cafe 1010-1130 Baytowne $649,629 08/05/2024 Alteration Stair repairs (20 Bldgs) 2024 Overall Construction Value: […]